Results aside, the weekend also gave the prospects a chance to make an early impression heading into the start of training camp this week. Here's a look at some of the prospects who stood out the most in Buffalo.

Joey Anderson, F

Playing in the Prospects Challenge for the first time, Joey Anderson looked right at home. The 2016 third-round pick appeared in all three games, and he scored twice. Anderson jumped between the top line and the third line over the course of the weekend, and he saw plenty of special teams work.

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Anderson, who was one of the handful of prospects to play in all three games, also got a chance to play on the penalty kill over the course of the tournament, giving the Devils another look to that side of his game.

Blake Speers, F

Playing in his fourth Prospects Challenge, Speers was leaned on as one of the leaders of the group, and he did just that. He played in every facet of the game over the weekend, and he was also productive. On top of three assists, he popped in one goal to start making his case for an NHL roster spot come training camp.

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Along with his production, Speers got the chance to play a couple different positions. Following two games at right wing, Speers shifted to center for the final contest of the weekend on Monday. That versatility is something the Devils value as an organization, and it's something that players such as Blake Coleman and Pavel Zacha have both showed in the NHL. Speers would likely go to the wing if he made the NHL roster this year, but having the ability to play center is an added bonus.